We are looking for a German speaker to join a growing team based in Watford. A well-known company within the fashion and retail industry is expanding their internal finance team and is seeking a bright Accounts Assistant.
This position is offered as a 12-month temporary contract with a possibility to be extended to a permanent role. The company head office is based in Watford, where they have invested in a brand new multi-million pound state of the art building. The company also offers some great benefits such as subsidised gym, canteen, discounts and more.
You would be in the office for 3 days per week and you can work from home 2 days per week.

Role:

• German speaking Account Payable Administrator.
• £16 p/h
• 12 months temp contract - start ASAP
• Hybrid work pattern - 3 days in office / days WFH.
• Fluency in English and German required.
• Detail-oriented, organised, confident and self-motivated.

Your responsibilities will include:

• Handling multi-currency invoices. This includes matching invoices to purchase orders and processing non-PO invoices for coding and approval within the team's service level agreement (SLA).
• Experience in Accounts Payable using Oracle or similar ERP systems.
• Process direct debit related invoices in a timely manner for inclusion in DD payment runs.
• Monitor inbox for payable expenses and respond in a timely manner according to SLA.
• Support internal business stakeholders in procure-to-pay (P2P) processes.
• Handle personal expenses for those who do not have access to Oracle.
• Manage your incoming emails as needed.
• Provides daily statistics for KPIs.
• Complete other duties as assigned by management.
• Investigating open issues for month-end voting.
• Allocate receipts to appropriate invoices in a timely manner.
• Monitor and add new supplier accounts.
• Close the sub-ledger at the end of the month and adjust the balance for expenses paid at the end of the month.
• Adhere to process controls and ensure compliance with audit standards.
• Experience handling and resolving customer inquiries and concerns.
• Knowledge of VAT regulations.
• Computer skills, especially intermediate to advanced Excel skills.

To apply, please send your CV in English and in Word format to Tom.
languagematters is acting as an employment business in relation to this vacancy.